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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Name: United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale
Address: 2501 Northeast 30th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33306-1743, US
Telephone: 954-563-4271

My heart, O God, is steadfast, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make music. -Psalms 57:7

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ALL ARE WELCOME!

We invite you to join us at 10:30 a.m. for Sunday worship service with sermon by Pastor Aaron Lauer

This Sunday we have the Baptism of Benton Scott Hatter

AND ADVENT SEASON BEGINS NOVEMBER 30TH

This Sunday, we welcome vocalist Rashad Webb and violinist Marcos Aycox into our worship for special music.

Our theme for this season is "Heaven and Nature Sing: The Music of Advent" and we look forward to celebrating the beauty and message of some of our favorite Advent and Christmas carols this year, performed by some amazing artists!

As UCC Fort Lauderdale celebrates our 70th anniversary, we are excited and hopeful to see where God is leading us into the next 70 years of our life together. As we look toward the future, the Legacy Campaign is an opportunity for us to invest in the campus and ministries of this beloved congregation as we continue to serve our neighbors, grow in faith, and welcome all into our sacred space.

Complete the Legacy Campaign Agreement form:

MAKE YOUR COMMITTMENT TODAY!

LEARN MORE about our Legacy Campaign

THANK YOU UCC Congregation for your continued generosity!

Follow this link to view a thank you video for our new stove and ovens.

Worship & Faith

For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20

SUNDAY WORSHIP

Get Connected:

Join us in worship and faith.

November 30, 10:30 AM

Worship Service with Pastor Aaron Lauer:

No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are WELCOME here.

Worship service will be live-streamed and can also be viewed at any time on our website at LIVE WORSHIP

MONDAYS

Zoom

From Rev Jeff Wheeler...

ZOOM DISCUSSION

Our Monday Nights Join us in a Zoom Discussion Group.

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL STUDY (ZOOM)

Beginning Monday, December 1 at 7-pm

Advent Devotional Study

Mondays December 1, 8, & 15 at 7:00 p.m.

On Zoom

Join us as we discuss our daily Advent Devotional “Soon and Very Soon” from the UCC’s Still Speaking Writers Group. Each Monday a different church member will lead a discussion on the readings for that week. Contact Pastor Jeff Wheeler for the Zoom link (wheelerjeff@bellsouth.net) and you can purchase the books for $5 in the church office or in the Narthex before or after worship OR download online ($3.00)...CLICK HERE: ADVENT

If you are interested in joining us for future discussions, send me a message and I'll get you out a link. You can reach me at: wheelerjeff@bellsouth.net.

To register and participate in zoom sessions use the below button:

Send us your Name/Email

Upcoming Events

And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, Hebrews 10:24

See All Happenings and Events
Updated Weekly in the Newsletter

Mon, Nov 17
National AIDS Memorial
Fort Lauderdale
Learn more
Nov 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – Dec 21, 2025, 3:00 PM
Fort Lauderdale, 2501 NE 30th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, USA
Our UCC will be hosting sections of the AIDS QUILT.
Tue, Dec 09
NOVA SINGERS 50th Anniversary Holiday Concert
Sanctuary
Buy Tickets
Dec 09, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Sanctuary, 2501 NE 30th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, USA
Nova Singers perform at UCCFTL. Advance Tickets: $20 Tickets at door: $25
Tue, Dec 16
Tropical Wave Holiday Concert
Sanctuary
Buy Tickets
Dec 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sanctuary, 2501 NE 30th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, USA
Join us for this evening of beautiful music. This years theme is: "Sing In Exaltation" being performed inside the beautiful UCC Cathedral, Sanctuary.

Fellowship & Meetings

For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20

Sun, Nov 30
Angel Tree
Narthex
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Nov 30, 2025, 10:30 AM – Dec 14, 2025, 10:30 AM
Narthex, 2501 NE 30th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, USA
Food and toy donations will be accepted in the narthax every Sunday or in the office during the week.
Multiple Dates
Tue, Dec 02
Sacred Circle
James Chapel
Learn more
Dec 02, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
James Chapel, 2501 NE 30th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, USA
Come and join us for a time of quiet, peace, and deep connection with God. Sacred Circle is a contemplative prayer gathering where we step away from the noise of daily life to rest in God’s presence.
Sun, Dec 07
Reiki For Life Orientation
Administrative Wing
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Dec 07, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Administrative Wing, 2501 NE 30th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, USA
Our very own Jeff Scott is opening up his Reiki studio at our church! Join him for an open house aft er worship and learn more about the services he offers. Grab some refreshments in Elliott Hall and stop by!
Sun, Dec 07
PR/Marketing Planning Meeting
Conference Room
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Dec 07, 2025, 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Conference Room, 2501 NE 30th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, USA
Join us to plan our PR/Marketing Strategy for the New Year. Your input is vital to finding new ways, and fresh ideas on how to spread the word about UCCFTL and increase attendance/membership.

NEWS AND VIEWS

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. -Philippians 4:8

Out Clique Magazine is now a community partner with United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale. Pastor Aaron Lauer will contribute a monthly article to the magazine. Visit the Out Clique Magazine website for exciting news and views!

Read All of Pastor Aaron's Out Clique Articles.

A UCCFTL MONTHLY SERIES

by Kathy Brodeur

UCCFTL Congregational Care Outreach

Read recent and past articles in the

OUTREACH HEALTH MINUTE Archives

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, Matthew 25:35

Get Involved:

You can make a difference!

EVERY THURSDAY

Please bring any donations to the church Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. or Sunday before or after worship.

Our UCC Ruth Ministry is here to assist our un-homed community each and every week. With a staff of devoted volunteers, we strive to help those in need.

Our pantry always needs restocking so that we can continue our feeding program every Thursday.

Please drop off items during the week between 9am-2pm or bring to Sunday Worship Service.

On Wednesdays and Thursdays, we can always use more volunteers too!

DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED

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JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT UCC ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 at 9:30am

The United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale sponsors a neighborhood street in support of our community. Our sponsored area is NE 6th Avenue between Oakland Park Blvd. and 26th Street.

The clean up only takes about 1 hour with 6-8 volunteers. All supplies are provided – collections bags, gloves, pickers, safety vests, etc. If you would like to volunteer or if you have any questions, please contact:

Aileen Viera at viera76@hotmail.com and provide your name so we may expect you or complete our volunteer form below.

Meet at Scandals Bar parking lot 3073 NE 6th Ave, Wilton Manors, at 9:30 AM

Volunteer Form

Ruth Ministry

Ruth Ministry happens because of community support.

We couldn't do it without the support of volunteers and community organizations: Broward HealthPoint is there with their Mobile Health Unit delivering essential medical services and social services; Showering Love mobile shower bus provides soap, towels and a shower; and free haircuts are available. Every Thursday, 30 to 40 volunteers donate their time and talents to serving others Everyone is welcome to come and volunteer.

Learn More

Sarge, Bill & Gary serving food at Ruth's Ministry

DONATE

Ruth Ministry Donations Requested:

Here is how you are invited to participate:

Make a financial contribution (tax deductible) to support Ruth Ministry.
Come and Volunteer
Donate food, clothing, shoes plastic grocery bags and/or backpacks.
Pray for the volunteers, those who donate and our guests.

Our needs for food, clothing and personal items vary, so we ask that you: Read our Monthly Newsletter for specific information about our needs.

Also visit our Amazon Store for a wish list of items you can purchase and have shipped directly to us (Be sure to change the delivery address to UCC 2501 NE 30th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306)

For further details on paticipation and or to volunteer, please call the church office (954-563-4271) between 9am and 2pm Monday through Friday.

Donate

Volunteers preparing food at Ruth's Ministry

Volunteers are needed Wednesday and Thursday. On Wednesday to prepare for Thursdays Ruth Ministry program. If you would like to volunteer, we ask that voluteers arrive at 9:45 am. The worship service starts at 10 am. At 11 am Elliott Hall is open for guest to receive clothing, personal items and lunch.

If you are not able to volunteer your time, we also are in need of non-perisible food items, clothing, and personal hygiene items.

For further details on volunteering, please call the church office (954-563-4271) between 9am and 2pm Monday through Friday, or complete the online volunteer form and someone will contact you soon.

Volunteer Form

Congregational Care

Clergy and church leaders genuinely want to care for people in the congregation and community. UCC Congregational Care Ministry provides care, concern, compassion, prayer and support for families and individuals at various stages, places and circumstances of life and engages the congregation in service and community for one another. In need of care call us at 954-563-4271 or email at admin@uccftl.org.

Request Care

Volunteer Form